2012 Nissan LEAF | Service and Maintenance Guide | Nissan USA

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2012 LEAFTM

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE

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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ______________________________________________________

Delivery Date ____________________________ Warranty Start Date ________________________

Mileage at Delivery________________________ Model Year________________________________

Selling Dealer ____________________________ Selling Dealer Phone________________________

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

132594 Serv&maint ifc:132594ifc 4/16/08 12:07 AM Page ICov1

OWNER’S LITERATURE INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

INTRODUCTION

Nissan Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Why Nissan Service? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

NISSAN MAINTENANCE & REPAIR SUPPORT

Extended Service Plans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Genuine Nissan Collision Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Complimentary Multi-Point Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Genuine Nissan Parts You Can Rely On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13,14

Nissan Services Designed With You in Mind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17,19

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE GUIDE

Determining the Proper Maintenance Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Maintenance Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INDEX OF TOPICS WHERE TO FIND INFORMATION

Recommended Lubricants, Fluids . . . . . . . . . Owner’s Manual: chapter 9Radio/CD Operation/Heater/AC Operation . . . Navigation Manual: chapter 4Charging Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Owner’s Manual: chapter CHStarting and Driving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . Owner’s Manual: chapter 5Security System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Owner’s Manual: chapter 2If You Have a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Owner’s Manual: chapter 6New Vehicle Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . Warranty Information Booklet: “2012 New Vehicle Limited

Warranty”Tire Pressure/Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Owner’s Manual: chapter 8Tire Warranties/Safety Information . . . . . . . . . Warranty Information Booklet: Individual tire manufacturer

warranty sectionsConsumer Affairs Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warranty Information Booklet: “Nissan’s Customer Care Program”

Customer Care/Lemon Law Information Booklet*

Do It Yourself Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Owner’s Manual: chapter 8General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Owner’s Manual: chapter 8

* Not applicable outside the United States

OWNER’S LITERATURE INFORMATION

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Maintain Your Investment

Preventative scheduled maintenance is an important investment tooptimize the performance, reliability, durability, safety and resale value ofyour Nissan. Scheduling your electric vehicle’s maintenance at therecommended intervals will ensure your electric vehicle functions at itsbest.We want you to enjoy your Nissan electric vehicle. This Service andMaintenance Guide is designed to help you make sure your electricvehicle receives proper and timely maintenance that is necessary. Keyservices are explained in detail, along with an outline of scheduledmaintenance to help you maintain your electric vehicle. Your localNissan LEAF certified dealer can assist you in determining the bestschedule based on your driving habits and local conditions.Failure to perform scheduled maintenance may result in excludingportions of your electric vehicle from warranty coverage and may reducethe performance, safety, reliability, durability and/or resale value of yourelectric vehicle. See your Warranty Information Booklet and Owner’sManual for details.

NISSAN MAINTENANCE

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To preserve the quality, reliability and safety of your elec-tric vehicle, an authorized Nissan LEAF certified dealer isrecommended for maintenance or repair. Only an autho-rized Nissan LEAF certified dealer offers you these advan-tages:● Nissan trained and ASE certified technicians● Immediate access to warranty service history and

Nissan technical information● Latest diagnostic, special tools and service techniques● Genuine Nissan Parts that meet Nissan’s demanding

standards● 12 month/12,000 mile parts and labor limited warranty

when Genuine Nissan Parts are installed by your dealer● Lifetime limited warranty on select replacement parts● Complimentary Multi-Point Inspections (at participat-

ing dealers)● Clear, up-front estimates● Time guaranteed Express Services (at participating

dealers)● Shuttle service/Courtesy van (at participating dealers)

Your Nissan LEAF certified dealer is a full-service mainte-nance and repair center. We recommend using authorizedNissan Service and genuine Nissan Parts that we havedesigned for their reliability, safety and suitability for yourNissan electric vehicle. We are committed to providingyou with quick, efficient, and competitively priced serviceand parts.*

* May differ or not apply outside the United States, please inquire of your Nissan LEAF certified dealer.

WHY NISSAN SERVICE?* GENUINE SERVICE

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If someone told you, you could drive your new Nissan forthe next 8 years or 100,000 miles, almost worry-free ofunexpected repair costs, would you be interested?

Nissan’s “Security+Plus” family of extended servicecontracts delivers the peace of mind that does just that.Security+Plus vehicle protection plans can cover every-thing from over 600 up to 900 vehicle components toroadside assistance to rental vehicle costs and provide:Nationwide Coverage; utilizing: Genuine NissanParts (new or in some cases remanufactured); installedby: Factory Trained Technicians (trained by us to workon your vehicle). And you’ll be protected against futureinflation (rising cost of parts and labor).

Security+Plus coverage can be purchased any timewithin your vehicle’s original 3-year/36,000-mile basiclimited warranty period. Just contact your selling NissanLEAF certified dealer and tell them you’d like to takeadvantage of one of the best mechanical breakdown plansavailable for your Nissan today.

Do you currently have someone that maintains your yard?Cleans your house? Maintains your vehicle? WithMaintenance+Plus you’ll be hiring Nissan to maintain yourvehicle to factory specification by factory trained technicians.Like Security+Plus, you’ll benefit from Nationwide Cover-age, Genuine Nissan Parts, Factory Trained Techni-cians, and you’ll be protected against future inflation (risingcosts of parts and labor). What could be easier?Maintenance+Plus offers two service levels, one serviceinterval and five time and mileage periods... so it’s easy to finda plan that’s right for you. Didn’t purchaseMaintenance+Plus at the time of vehicle delivery? Don’tsweat the small stuff, ‘New’ Maintenance+Plus contractscan be purchased any time within the first 6-months/7,500-miles of original vehicle sale date. Just contact your sellingNissan LEAF certified dealer and tell them you’d like to takeadvantage of one of the best maintenance plans available foryour Nissan today.

* These products not available outside the United States.See your participating Nissan LEAF certified dealer for details.

EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS*

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If you have an accident, insist on Genuine Nissan CollisionParts. If you want your electric vehicle to be restored usingparts made to Nissan’s original exacting specifications – ifyou want it to last, help to protect your personal safety andto help hold its resale value, the solution is simple. Tell yourinsurance agent and your repair shop to use only GenuineNissan Collision Parts.

Many non-genuine parts are copies made from impres-sions of Nissan parts and may not match the specifica-tions and performance standards of Genuine NissanParts. As a result, non-genuine parts may not look or fitright, and may be less safe.

The hood on your electric vehicle is a good example.Nissan designed it with hood buckling creases to helpprevent the hood from penetrating the interior of yourelectric vehicle in an accident. Non-genuine parts may notprovide such built-in safeguards.

In some states, the law says you must be advised ifnon-genuine parts are used to repair your electric vehicle.Why should you take a chance?

Replacement Panel Limited LifetimeCorrosion Warranty*If you have your collision damage repaired using GenuineNissan Outer Sheet Metal Panels you don’t have to worryabout corrosion. That’s because these panels are war-ranted against inside out rust-through perforation for aslong as you own your Nissan. Another reason to insist onGenuine Nissan Collision Repair Parts.

Vehicle Lease agreements, such as those offered byNissan Motor Acceptance Corporation, may requirethat ONLY Genuine Nissan replacement parts be uti-lized for collision repairs to the vehicle.

* This warranty does not apply to vehicles or parts not distributed by Nissan North America and/or sold outside the United States.

GENUINE NISSAN COLLISION PARTS

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As a condition of your electric vehicle’s warranty, you are responsible for properly maintaining your electricvehicle. In maintaining your electric vehicle, you should follow either Schedule 1 or Schedule 2 as listedbelow. Use these guidelines to determine which maintenance schedule to use.

SCHEDULE 1 (more severe operating conditions)Use Schedule 1 if you primarily operate your electric vehicle under anyof these conditions:● Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles in normal temperatures or

less than 10 miles in freezing temperatures● Stop-and-go traffic in hot weather or low speed driving for long dis-

tances● Driving in dusty conditions or on rough, muddy, or salt-spread roads● Using a car-top carrier

SCHEDULE 2 (less severe operating conditions)Schedule 2 features 7,500-mile service intervals; with Schedule 2fewer maintenance items are regularly checked or replaced than withSchedule 1.Generally, Schedule 2 applies only to highway driving in temperateconditions. Use Schedule 2 only if you primarily operate your electricvehicle under conditions other than those listed in Schedule 1.

DETERMINING THE PROPER MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

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The following descriptions are pro-vided to give you a better understand-ing of the scheduled maintenanceitems that should be regularlychecked or replaced. The mainte-nance log indicates at whichmileage/time intervals each item re-quires service.

In addition to scheduled mainte-nance, your Nissan requires thatsome items be checked during nor-mal day-to-day operation. You canfind these items listed under “GeneralMaintenance” in Chapter 8 of yourOwner’s Manual.

Items marked with “*” are recom-mended by Nissan for reliable electricvehicle operation. You are not re-quired to perform maintenance onthese items in order to maintain thewarranties which come with yourNissan. Other maintenance items andintervals are required.

When applicable, additional informa-tion can be found in the “Maintenance

and do-it-yourself” section in Chapter8 of your Owner’s Manual.

NOTE: Nissan North America doesnot advocate the use of non-OEMapproved aftermarket flushing sys-tems and strongly advises againstperforming these services on aNissan product. Many of the aftermar-ket flushing systems use non-OEMapproved chemicals or solvents, theuse of which has not been validatedby Nissan North America.

For recommended lubricants, fluids,grease, and refrigerant, refer toChapter 9 in your Owner’s Manual.

EV System

Charging Port*Check the charging port for any signsof contamination, dust, sand, etc.

Charging Port Sealing Cap*Use only compressed air with propereye protection to clean any contami-nation from the sealing cap.

EV Battery Usage ReportTo maximize the life of your Li-ion bat-tery, have the EV Battery Usage Re-port generated and reviewed withyou. Review of the EV Battery UsageReport is required as a condition ofEV battery warranty. Refer to your2012 LEAF warranty informationbooklet for details. Both the 12 monthand 24 month inspections will be per-formed by your Nissan LEAF certifieddealer at no cost to the vehicle owner.

Cooling and Heating CoolantReplace coolant at the interval speci-fied below. When adding or replacingcoolant, be sure to use only GenuineNissan Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant(Blue) or equivalent with the propermixture. (Refer to the Owner’s Manualto determine the proper mixture foryour area.) The recommended ser-vice interval of the factory-fill coolantis 125,000 miles (200,000 km) or 15years, whichever comes first. Subse-quent replacement of Genuine

EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS

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Nissan Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant(Blue) should occur every 75,000miles (120,000 km) or 5 years which-ever comes first.

NOTE: Mixing any other type of cool-ant or the use of non-distilled waterwill reduce the recommended serviceinterval of the coolant.

Chassis and BodyMaintenance:Brake Lines and Cables

Visually inspect for proper installa-tion. Check for chafing, cracks, dete-rioration, and signs of leaking. Re-place any deteriorated or damagedparts immediately.

Brake Pads & Rotors

Check for wear, deterioration andfluid leaks. Replace any deterioratedor damaged parts immediately.

In-Cabin Microfilter

Replace at specified intervals. Whendriving for prolonged periods in dustyconditions, replace the filter more fre-quently.

Steering Gear and Linkage, Axleand Suspension Parts, DriveShaft Boots

Check for damage, looseness, andleakage of oil or grease. Under severedriving conditions, inspect more fre-quently.

Tire Rotation

Tires should be rotated every 7,500miles according to the instructions inthe Owner’s Manual. When rotatingtires, check for damage and unevenwear. Replace if necessary.

Reduction Gear Oil

Visually inspect for signs of leakage atspecified intervals.

Off-Road Maintenance

Check the following items frequentlywhenever you drive off-road throughdeep sand, mud or water:● Brake pads and rotors● Brake lines and hoses● Reduction gear oil● Steering linkage

EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS

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The following Maintenance Schedule has been compiled by Nissan toassist you in performing the recommended maintenance services andkeeping appropriate records of services performed. Along with therelated repair invoices, receipts, and other such records, a properlydocumented maintenance history could enhance the value of yourelectric vehicle should you ever wish to sell it. The services listedrepresent the minimal Nissan recommended requirements for eachtime/mileage interval, up to 120,000 miles / 96 months. Beginning onpage 36 you will find a log that should be used to track when andwhere services were performed. Ask your Service Advisor to updateyour log each time your electric vehicle is serviced.

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For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask yourService Advisor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspec-tion (MPI) every time you visit your participating NissanLEAF certified dealer.

MPI’s are performed by Nissan factory trained Techni-cians who will provide you with a detailed report of yourelectric vehicle’s condition.

Driving your Nissan should be as worry-free an experienceas possible. Trust your Nissan dealership to inspect andmaintain your electric vehicle so you can take pride inknowing your electric vehicle is ready for the road ahead.

*Available at participating Nissan LEAF certified dealers

NOTE: Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection form shown is anexample. Actual form and contents may vary.

COMPLIMENTARY MULTI-POINT INSPECTION*

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SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)

❑ Rotate tires❑ Inspect the following:

__ Axle & suspension__ Brake pads & rotors__ Drive shaft boots__ Front suspension ball joints__ Steering gear and linkage__ Steering linkage ball joints

SCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)

❑ Rotate tires

❑ For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask your Service Advisor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your par-ticipating Nissan LEAF certified dealer. See page 11 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.

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Wiper BladesGenuine Nissan Wiper Blades and Arms are designedto fit your Nissan and can be installed by any NissanLEAF certified dealer in just minutes.

GENUINE NISSAN PARTS YOU CAN RELY ON

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In-Cabin MicrofilterThe In-Cabin Microfilter filters the air you breathe in yourelectric vehicle. This system filters both outside and re-circulated air used by the air conditioning system in yourelectric vehicle. Replacing the Microfilter every year or15,000 miles is the best way to help prevent road dust,pollen and other air pollutants from entering the interiorof your electric vehicle and the air you breathe. If yourelectric vehicle is not equipped with an In-Cabin Micro-filter system – see your Nissan LEAF certified dealerabout getting one installed – you’ll breathe easier.

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❑ Replace brake fluid❑ Replace in-cabin microfilter❑ Rotate tires❑ Inspect the following:

__ Axle & suspension parts__ Brake lines & cables__ Brake pads & rotors__ Charging port__ Drive shaft boots__ <EV Battery Usage Report>1

__ Front suspension ball joints__ Reduction gear oil__ Steering gear and linkage__ Steering linkage ball joints


❑ Replace in-cabin microfilter❑ Rotate tires❑ Inspect the following:

__ Brake lines & cables__ Brake pads & rotors__ Charging port__ Drive shaft boots__ <EV Battery Usage Report>1

__ Reduction gear oil

<This check must be performed based solely on the number of service months, not mileage>

❑ For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask your Service Advisor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your partici-pating Nissan LEAF certified dealer. See page 11 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.

1 Review of the EV Battery Usage Report is required as a condition of EV battery warranty. Refer to your 2012 LEAF warranty information booklet for details. Both the 12month and 24 month inspections will be performed by your Nissan LEAF certified dealer at no cost to the vehicle owner.


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Brake ServiceStop at Nissan for Brake Service.● Install new Genuine Nissan front brake pads● Inspect front rotors● Inspect and adjust parking brake as necessary● Inspect entire brake system:

– Rear Brake Pads– Rear Brake Rotors– Master Cylinder– Brake Calipers– Brake Fluid/Brake Hoses/Brake Lines

● Road test your vehicle

Genuine Nissan brake pads are just like the ones thatcame on your electric vehicle from the factory, and arewarranted for 12 months or 12,000 miles.

* May differ or not apply outside the United States, please inquire of your Nissan LEAF certified dealer.See your participating Nissan LEAF certified dealer for details.

NISSAN SERVICES DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND*

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SCHEDULE 1 AND 2 MAINTENANCE


__ Axle & suspension parts__ Brake lines & cables__ Brake pads & rotors__ Charging port__ Charging port sealing cap__ Drive shaft boots__ <EV Battery Usage Report>1




1 Review of the EV Battery Usage Report is required as a condition of EV battery warranty. Refer to your 2012 LEAF warranty information booklet for details. Both the12 month and 24 month inspections will be performed by your Nissan LEAF certified dealer at no cost to the vehicle owner.


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Your Nissan LEAF Certified Dealer is YourComplete Source for Tires● Original Equipment Tires and Other Major Brands● Competitive Pricing● Road Hazard Protection Included With Each Tire**● Convenience● Factory Trained Technicians

Tires are an important component of your Nissan drivingexperience. They provide the four points of contact be-tween your electric vehicle and the road and affect accel-eration, braking, cornering, load-carrying capacity, andoverall handling and performance.

Nissan engineers perform extensive tests to help deter-mine which tires are best suited for use on Nissan electricvehicles. Replacing the tires on your Nissan with thosethat meet the Original Equipment specifications will helpmaximize your electric vehicle’s handling, comfort andsafety.

* May differ or not apply outside the United States, please inquire of your Nissan LEAF certified dealer.** Excludes Medalist BrandSee your participating Nissan LEAF certified dealer for details.

NISSAN SERVICES DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND*

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When replacing the Li-ion battery assembly or module, besure to record the ID in the space provided.

Please confirm the service manual for module location.

Li-ion BATTERY REPLACEMENT RECORD

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2012 LEAFTM

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE

Nissan, the Nissan logo, and Nissan model names are Nissan trademarks.

©2011 Nissan North America, Inc. All rights reserved.Publication No.: WB0E 0ZE0U0Printing : September 2011 (02)

MB2E 0ZE0U0

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